What is the cheapest way to get from Fort William to Whitby?

The cheapest way to get from Fort William to Whitby is to bus and train which costs £40 - £80 and takes 12h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort William to Whitby?

The fastest way to get from Fort William to Whitby is to drive which takes 6h 4m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Fort William and Whitby?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort William station to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Boyes via Buchanan Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Fort William and Whitby?

No, there is no direct train from Fort William to Whitby. However, there are services departing from Fort William and arriving at Whitby via Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 23m.

How far is it from Fort William to Whitby?

The distance between Fort William and Whitby is 345 miles. The road distance is 306.3 miles.

How do I travel from Fort William to Whitby without a car?

The best way to get from Fort William to Whitby without a car is to bus and train via Edinburgh which takes 9h 1m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Fort William to Whitby?

It takes approximately 9h 1m to get from Fort William to Whitby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Whitby bus from?

Fort William to Whitby bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Fort William to Whitby train from?

Fort William to Whitby train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Fort William station.

Train or bus from Fort William to Whitby?

The best way to get from Fort William to Whitby is to train which takes 10h 23m and costs £90 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 13h 39m.

Where does the Fort William to Whitby bus arrive?

Fort William to Whitby bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Fort William to Whitby train arrive?

Fort William to Whitby train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Fort William to Whitby?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort William to Whitby is 306 miles. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Fort William to Whitby.

How do I get a train ticket from Fort William to Whitby?

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Where can I stay near Whitby?

There are 1876+ hotels available in Whitby.

Fort William to Whitby - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Fort William to Whitby by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the bus from An Aird One to Haymarket StationE4 / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitby
9h 1m
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Express Lounge183
3. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Whitby
12h 5m
£40–78
Drive 304.5 mi
1. Drive from Fort William to Whitby304.5 mi
6h 4m
£75–108
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Terminal Building
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL)GLA - NCL
3. Take the train from Heworth to Whitby
11h 3m
£86–153
Train
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington
3. Take the train from Darlington to Whitby
10h 23m
£94–141
Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the train from Fort William to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Whitby
10h 32m
£80–186
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station915
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Boyes840
13h 39m

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Newcastle (NCL) flights

38Weekly Planes

4h 9mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 343.2 mi
Duration: 9h 1m

What companies run services between Fort William, Scotland and Whitby, North Yorkshire, England?

You can take a train from Fort William to Whitby via Edinburgh Waverley and Darlington in around 10h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Boyes via Buchanan Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 13h 39m.

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